Summary: The HR Tech Programme Manager will oversee the management of the HR Tech portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives and successful project delivery during a maternity leave period. This role involves acting as a senior escalation point for Workday and HR Tech matters, maintaining stakeholder relationships, and supporting the HR Tech team. The position requires strong project management skills and a focus on operational continuity while progressing key initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in HR technology programme management within a complex organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of the HR Tech portfolio, ensuring projects stay on track and aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks and issues, and report on portfolio health to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Act as the senior escalation point of contact for Workday and HR Tech related matters, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across HR, Finance, and IT, ensuring their needs are met and expectations are managed.
• Communicate project updates and progress effectively to all relevant parties.
• Collaborate with HR leadership to understand evolving business needs and ensure technology solutions remain aligned.
• Support the HR Tech team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Set clear objectives and expectations for team members, providing regular feedback and coaching.
• Input into the development and training plans for all HR Tech team members to support their growth and career progression.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in HR technology programme management, ideally within a large, complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of Workday, other similar HRIS systems, and wider HR technologies.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Prior experience in line management and team development.
• Familiarity with HR tech data strategy and governance models is highly desirable.
• Experience with Workday and Prism strategy development and implementation would be a significant advantage.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Crawley

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other